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Never saw this before

14 years ago

Hi everyone,

A friend asked me to help her identify this plant but I am having trouble doing so. She lives in south New Jersey, near Cherry Hill.

It looks like a vine with sweet potatoes hanging from it but....I guess as they age they split open to reveal what's in the picture. Kind of looks like a pine cone. Mind you....I have not seen this thing in person. I'd appreciate any help you can offer, thanks!

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carol23_gw
14 years ago
I believe it's Akebia quinata

Here is a link that might be useful: Akebia fruit
User
14 years ago
Akebia quinata. They're quite tasty though they do have the overall caterpillar look and feel.

Here is a link that might be useful: Wiki
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JohnP57
Original Author
14 years ago
Thanks to both of you. That is certainly what it is. My friend was away the whole summer so did not get to see the flowering season. I'm sure she'll be interested to know that it's edible. I'll DARE her....LOL

Thanks again!
gardengal48 (PNW Z8/9)
14 years ago
They are actually quite tasty......if you can get away from that textural thing. Somewhat similar to tapioca, which is not my cup of tea.

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